This hike will cover 7.5 miles of the Giant Ledge - Panther - Fox Hollow Trail (reaching the summit of Panther Mountain in the process), and then descend into Woodland Valley, adding another 2.7 miles of trail walking. The pace of the hike will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed, typically) with steep climbs, and short breaks. Hikers need to bring lunch/ food, plenty of water/ sports drink, rain gear, hiking poles (optional), and a headlamp and batteries (we don’t expect to be out in the dark; so just in case).

This hike is limited to 12 people, and registration is required by November 4. To register, contact Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted with the permission of the event leader. Note, meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about two to four days before the hike. Also note, hunting season is in effect, so hikers need to wear bright orange.

We will meet at the Woodland Valley Parking Area, which is accessed from State Route 28 just west of Phoenicia and is at the end of Woodland Valley Road. Google Maps link and GPS coordinates:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/KWxdSCRQjPhR2j4h9
42.036243, -74.357885